The Lane Cove Theatre Company’s third production of the year is The School for Scandal at the new performance space at Pottery Lane.
The season runs from 22 to 31 August 2025. The play is written by Richard Brinsley Sheridan and directed by Christine Firkin.
Wit, Whispers, and Wickedness!
Get ready for an uproarious journey into high society’s not-so-high morals as Lane Cove Theatre Company proudly presents Richard Brinsley Sheridan’s sparkling Restoration comedy, The School for Scandal.
This classic 18th-century satire takes aim at gossip, greed, and the games of the upper crust with razor- sharp wit and timeless hilarity. Set in a world where appearances are everything and rumours travel faster than truth, Sheridan’s play is a brilliantly biting commentary that remains as relevant and riotous today as it was when it first premiered in 1777.
At the heart of the story lies Lady Sneerwell’s infamous salon—a gathering ground for scandal-mongers who feast on tales of infidelity, folly, and financial ruin. But when the honorable Sir Peter Teazle finds his much-younger wife swept up in the storm of deceit, and two very different brothers vie for the approval (and fortune) of their wealthy uncle, chaos erupts and secrets come crashing down in the most theatrical of fashions.
Director Christine Firkin, promises a delightful blend of period charm and contemporary flair. Sparkling dialogue and a cast of colourful characters collide in a dazzling evening of theatre that skewers the superficial and champions sincerity.
“The School for Scandal is one of the greatest comedies ever written, and in a world still obsessed with social image, it feels more pointed than ever. We’re excited to bring it to life for a modern audience—while staying true to its deliciously decadent roots.”
“A comic masterpiece … provocative and intelligent” – The Independent
“Hilarious and very silly, but in the best possible way.” – North West
How to Book
22nd – 31st August 2025
The Pottery Lane Performance Space
Lane Cove Community Hub – Lower Ground Floor/ 1 Pottery Lane Lane Cove Parking available in the Little Street underground carpark
Tickets $35 adult / $30 conc /$28 Group of 10+
Online booking LINK HERE
Website: www.lanecovetheatrecompany.com
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